Retired produce inspector enjoys second career as a farmer.
Farmer grows a fan base for the prickly plant.
The counties from Monterey to Ventura feature an abundance of crops and products, including walnut oil, cauliflower and avocados.
Sweet potatoes go from holiday side dish to year-round staple.
Farmers convert leftover products into renewable energy.
"new, trendy and hot" cut flowers
Exotic fruit adds spice